Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction

Hamilton County Auditor

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction is available to homeowners in Fishers, IN.

Standard homestead deduction for Indiana owner-occupied primary residences. Reduces assessed value by up to 60% or $45,000, whichever is less, providing significant property tax savings.

Tax savings based on homestead deduction amount

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

In Fishers, IN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Deduction for primary residences
  • Reduces assessed value by up to 60%
  • Maximum deduction of $45,000
  • No income requirement
  • File at County Auditor office

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(317) 776-9620

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: Claim for Homestead Property Tax Standard / Supplemental Deduction (State Form 5473 / HC10)

The Homestead Standard Deduction lowers the taxable assessed value of the Indiana home you own and occupy as your principal residence, and it unlocks an additional supplemental deduction. You file the homestead claim (State Form 5473, the HC10) once with your county auditor and do not reapply each year.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm you own and occupy the Indiana home as your principal place of residence and do not claim a homestead elsewhere.
  2. Get the Homestead Deduction claim form (State Form 5473 / HC10) from the Indiana DLGF.
  3. Complete it with the property and owner information, including the last five digits of the owner's ID.
  4. File it with your county auditor by the December 31 deadline to apply to the next year's bill.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and occupy the home as your principal residence.
  • The owner's Social Security number and driver license or state ID (last digits) as the form requires.
  • The property's parcel or key number.
  • The completed homestead claim form.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: File by applicable deadline

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction provide in Fishers, IN?

Up to 60% of assessed value.

Who qualifies for Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction in Fishers?

Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction is open to homeowners in Fishers, IN. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for Indiana Homestead Standard Deduction in Fishers, IN?

Apply directly with Hamilton County Auditor using the official program link on this page or call (317) 776-9620. There is no middleman and no fee.

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